The generalization gradient for S+/S- discrimination learning in Exercise 44 peaked at a ________ point than the tone-on S+ gradient (Exercise 40) did and was displaced to the __________ of the peak for that gradient. This displacement demonstrated __________.
a. higher; left; peak shift
b. higher; right; behavioral contrast
c. lower; left; peak shift
d. lower; right, behavioral contrast
a. higher; left; peak shift
Answer feedback: Peak shift refers to the displacement of the S+/S- generalization gradient in the direction away from the S- stimulus. The gradient Exercise 44 had a higher peak than the tone-on S+ gradient in Exercise 40 and was displaced to its left.
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